Description

Nitroacenaphthene CAS NO 56286-55-6 is a specialized nitro-substituted polycyclic aromatic compound, serving as a valuable chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure with a nitro functional group makes it a critical precursor for the development of dyes, pigments, and functional organic materials. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to create novel compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance dyes and pigments for textiles and plastics.
• Precursor for the development of advanced organic materials used in electronic and photonic applications.
• Building block in pharmaceutical research for creating novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Starting material for agrochemical research, particularly in developing new crop protection agents.
• Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying nitration reactions and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon chemistry.
• Potential intermediate for the production of corrosion inhibitors and specialty polymer additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nitroacenaphthene
CAS No.	56286-55-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	199.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitroacenaphthene; 1,2-Dihydro-5-nitroacenaphthylene; Acenaphthene, 5-nitro-; 5-Nitroacenaphthylene; Nitroacenaphthylene; 5-Nitro-1,2-dihydroacenaphthylene; NSC 403107
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Nitroacenaphthene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics to meet your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.